A dream canoe, so quiet, stable, comfortable. Looks like a sleek top class canoe, people won't know it is inflatable. Knees and legs dont get battered like they di in a hard body canoe, and kneeling is so comfortable, as the body is not made of hard materials, no wood plastic or fiberglass to bruise your body. Paddling, well, there is no clunky noise, if the paddle knocks along the body. All I hear is the beautiful sound of the water, as this air filled body glides through. What a joy. Easy to repair, but try not to put it on jagged rocky surfaces upon launching. We had a small rip, due to a rough launch, but only noticed when we got home. Used a quick patch, but it never compromised the body. Absolutely love this canoe. Can't believe it is inflatable. Great invention!